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Sonoran Desert

Covering large areas of Arizona, California, and northwestern Mexico, the Sonoran Desert National Monument is lauded as the most biologically diverse desert in North America.

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Nearby Parks Around Sonoran Desert

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Saguaro

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Grand Canyon

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Joshua Tree

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Zion

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Bryce Canyon

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sonoran Desert

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Sonoran Desert National Monument

Covering large areas of Arizona, California, and northwestern Mexico, the Sonoran Desert National Monument is lauded as the most biologically diverse desert in North America.

41.9 mi away

Hohokam Pima National Monument

Established in 1972, the Hohokam Pima National Monument protects an ancient Hohokam village known as "Snaketown": there is no public access to this National Monument.

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Hidden Valley Trail

The name of this trail says it all.

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New River Trail

As one of Phoenix's safer urban cycle paths, this trail is a must-do if you are looking for a bit of fresh air.

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Rio Salado Pathway

Hugging both sides of Tempes Salt River, this 10.5-mile path is one of Phoenix is most popular routes for bikers.

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Indian Bend Wash Path

Running through the heart of Scottsdale via the Indian Bend Wash is this 11.8-mile long multi-use trail.